Putting Down Roots: Proper Planting Depth
How deep is too deep? Planting a tree incorrectly can have an immediate or long-lasting impact on the […] … Continue reading
Caring for your Yard
What to Prune Now
In most cases, pruning trees and shrub is best done before they “wake up” from their winter dormancy … Continue reading
Spring Cleaning
If you have a bird box in your yard, now is the time to give it a thorough … Continue reading
Starting Seed at Home
Starting seeds indoors is a fun, family-friendly winter activity. Here’s what you’ll need to get started: Seeds Choose … Continue reading
Leaf Mold, Compost Gold
Discover the Benefits As tree leaves turn colour and begin to fall, we’re reminded of their value and … Continue reading
How to Say Goodbye to Invasive Plants
Keep Your Garden Thriving Any invasive plant or noxious weed removed from your yard needs to be disposed … Continue reading
Leaf Nibblers: Friend or Foe?
It can be concerning when you find signs of insects chewing on your plants, but keep in mind … Continue reading
Understanding Plant Labels
Learn What It All Means Plant tags contain essential information to help you make the best choices when … Continue reading
Choosing Wisely
The Difference Between Natives, Cultivars and “Nativars” If you’re out browsing nurseries for wildlife-friendly plants to add to … Continue reading
Tips and Tricks for Planting a Tree or Shrub
Have Your Plants Thrive Adding a new native tree or shrub to your yard is an exciting project … Continue reading
Signs You Can Start Planting
Be Garden Conscious Snow is melting, temperatures are rising – but is it too early to start planting? … Continue reading
Healthy Plants Need Healthy Soil
Improve Your Garden Here are a few things you can do and not do to improve the health … Continue reading
Putting Your Garden to Bed
Climate Change and Gardens Winter may not be everyone’s favourite season, but snow cover and prolonged below zero … Continue reading
Preparing Evergreens for Winter
Tips to Protect Evergreens From the Cold Not only do evergreen trees protect our homes from cold winds … Continue reading
Putting Your Garden to Bed
Gardening Tips for Winter Preparation Preparing your garden for winter is an opportunity to build healthy soils for … Continue reading
Preparing Your Yard for Fall Rain
Rain Gardens are a Beautiful Way to Manage Rain Climate scientists predict we’ll experience more intense and frequent … Continue reading
The Truth About Tree Roots
It’s not uncommon to think of tree roots as being large, heavy, powerful and potentially destructive. Misconceptions about … Continue reading
Keep Paths Cool
Ways To Keep Your Yard Cool Paved and hard surfaces like driveways can absorb and radiate the sun’s … Continue reading
How to Remove Goutweed
It’s Not Easy But Don’t Give Up Removing goutweed and other invasive groundcovers, like periwinkle, English ivy or … Continue reading
Growing Ground Covers
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Common silverweed grows less than 20 centimetres tall and can tolerate light foot traffic.
Rain-ready Landscaping: When to DIY or Hire a Pro
You’ve decided a rain-ready landscape is the right fit for your yard. The next decision is whether to … Continue reading